An untucked version of classic French amid chandeliers and harbor views

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Our Review

First impression?Located in a secluded corner of the Four Seasons Hong Kong, the experience at two-Michelin-starred Caprice begins with a grand entrance: picture sky-high carved doors and a long hallway, opening into a glamorous French dining room. On the left, a mesmerizing open kitchen showcases dozens of chefs at work. Behind the kitchen, you can just barely make out a wine and cheese cellar (complete with a private dining room). Off to the right, the restaurant sits down a few steps, sporting panoramic harbor views and dazzling chandeliers.

What's the crowd like?Designer handbags, gleaming pearls, polished leather Oxfords—the families and couples in the room span all nationalities and ages, but they’re all dressed to impress. If you didn’t pack anything quite smart enough for the atmosphere, consider it an excuse to go shopping.

What's on the wine list?You'll likely hear the names Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Loire Valley on repeat throughout dinner, but the comprehensive wine list spans most of the Old and New World. So if you're looking for something unexpected, the dedicated sommelier will gladly lead you on an adventure. In addition to the impressive wine cellar, Caprice also stirs up impeccable martinis and other classic cocktails.

How's the food?The acclaimed French restaurant recently welcomed chef de cuisine Guillaume Galliot, who took up the reins in 2017. Chef Galliot brings with him a world of inspiration from his travels through New York, the Caribbean, China, Singapore and Macau. The result? An untucked version of classic French food. In addition to classic caviars and oysters, foie gras terrine, and Brittany scallops, Guillaume also injects some whimsy into the menu. His signature laksa with king crab and confit egg, for example, is inspired by the humble Malaysian-Singapore rice-noodle dish.

It might be tempting to stick to sweets for dessert—after all, pastry chef Nicolas Lambert crafts divine French pastries, sorbets and mille-feuille—but we urge you to save room for the cheese board. The artisanal French cheeses arrive on a chunk of wood so big that two servers have to carry it over to the table. From the dramatic display, you can choose your own cheeses for a highly personalized finale.

And the staff?You can really find no fault with the staff at Caprice. From the smiling hostess to the eager sommelier, everyone dotes on you as if you’re royalty. They don’t try to upsell you or sneer at diners working with a budget (though you probably won’t find anyone on a shoestring here).

When should we come?Given its lofty reputation and excellent harbor views, Caprice is a favorite for special occasions, family milestones, and power lunches. We’d eat here at every opportunity, but it’s not the kind of place we’d visit more than once a year (or maybe a lifetime) given the pricetags.